Monogrammed Save the Date Card

Engraving

One of the oldest and most beautiful processes for reproducing images on paper, Engraving involves reverse etching an image onto a copper plate.

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Debossed

The opposite of embossing, debossing creates a recessed design by pressing a die into the paper.

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Digital

Digital printing relies on computer technology to print images direct from a computer to paper. But unlike traditional printing, digital printers spray the ink onto the paper rather than imprint it.

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Engraving

One of the oldest and most beautiful processes for reproducing images on paper, Engraving involves reverse etching an image onto a copper plate.

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Foil Stamped

Foil stamping is a process for which foils made of metal or other materials, available in various colors, are carried on a plastic sheet and transferred through a stamping process onto paper.

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Letterpress

Letterpress printing involves setting the design in reverse on a letterpress plate which is inked and pressed onto the paper. The pressing process transfers the ink and leaves a deep impression on the paper creating a three dimensional print.

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Lithographed

Also known as flat printing, lithography is created by ink applied to a flat printing plate. It is the most common but least distinctive printing technique.

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Thermographed

One of the most affordable types of printing, thermography involves adding a resinous powder to the printing ink which leaves a slightly raised effect. Thermography produces an effect similar to but not quite as elegant as engraving.

Save the Date- Gearing Up Your Guests

Whether you're planning a big white wedding or a quiet destination affair, make sure your loved ones have the day and all-important details marked down well in advance. The vital line "Formal Invitations to Follow" will prevent your save the dates from being mistaken as the actual invitation. And don't forget to include who is getting married! You'd be surprised how many people get carried away with their creativity and miss out the bride and groom's names. Read more about gearing up your guests here.

TIPs & Tricks

You said yes! Let the planning begin. Your Save the Dates should go out 6-11 months before your big day. On the longer end of the scale, if the wedding will fall on a holiday, during peak travel season, or if it's a destination affair.